Waverly Advisors
Partner, Wealth Advisor

Bill Stone

Bill Stone joined Waverly Advisors in March of 2024 after the acquisition of EFP Advisors.ย  He serves as a Partner and Wealth Advisor at Waverly. Bill entered the financial services industry as an advisor in 1995 after 15 years as an owner and operator of a retail business. The two most valuable skills he developed in those retail years were how to listen to people and how to solve problems. In his role as Wealth Advisor, those transferable skills have allowed him to help his clients gain confidence in their decision making process and helping clients reach their financial goals in life.

Bill’s favorite pass time is family time, followed closely by church involvement. He also enjoys doing anything outdoors, especially spending time on his tree farm.

Areas of Expertise

The framework is organized intoย six primary pillars, each with detailed sub-specialties that advisors can select as self-identified areas of expertise.ย 

Investment strategy & portfolio management

Comprehensive investment oversight across public and private markets.

Wealth Planning & Strategy

Holistic financial planning and multi-generational wealth stewardship.

Private Markets & Alternative Investments

Access to private equity, private credit, real estate, and real assets.

Family Enterprise & Business Advisory

Business transition, succession planning, and family governance.

Tax, Estate & Legacy Planning

Tax optimization, estate structuring, and multigenerational legacy design.

Specialized Clients Needs

Customized solutions for unique life events and complex situations

Serving with Purpose

A Culture of Connection

Waverly takes its name from a meadow of quaking aspen trees, an ecosystem where individual trees are connected by a shared root system. Since 1999, that idea has inspired our firm: strong relationships, shared values, and the belief that we are better together.

Comprehensive Wealth Management, Connected by Design

Like an aspen grove, every part of a clientโ€™s financial life is interconnected. As an independent Registered Investment Advisor (RIA), we bring together investment management, financial planning, tax strategy, trust and estate planning, and family office services to create coordinated solutions that simplify complexity and support long-term success.

A Culture Rooted in Service

Our culture of stewardship is guided by Integrity, Family, Grace, Team, Drive, Empathy, and Community. These values shape every client relationship, every decision, and every interaction. They are the foundation that keeps our people connected and ensures a consistent, high-touch experience across the firm.

The Difference Is Our People

While many firms offer financial advice, our greatest differentiator is our people. Waverlyโ€™s advisors, planners, investment professionals, tax specialists, and support teams work together to deliver thoughtful guidance and personalized solutions. It is this collaborative approach, and our commitment to serving clients with excellence and care, that transforms financial advice into lasting relationships.

Education

  • Bachelor of Science in Business
    Mississippi State University, MS

Community Involvement

  • First Presbyterian Church (PCA) Jackson, MS (Ruling Elder)
  • Board of Trustees, Presbyterian Church in America Foundation
  • Formerly served on the Board of Directors of The Mustard Seed, Twin Lakes Camp & Conference Center, and the Mississippi Center for Public Policy.

Ask Me About

  • Retirement Planning
  • Estate Review
  • Investment Management
  • Medicare & Social Security